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How body cameras can start a new era of crime scene procedures after BNS
The Delhi Police aims to simplify procedures under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) by using body-worn video (BWV) cameras. These cameras could resolve issues faced by investigating officers during crime scene video recording. The move follows successful use cases in Western police forces, highlighting significant reductions in complaints and use-of-force incidents. The proposal for BWV cameras has been revisited after previous attempts stalled due to equipment malfunctions and maintenance issues.
Lonavala Viral Video: Five family members swept away at Lonavala waterfall, body of 1 missing children found
Lonavala Viral Video: A heart-wrenching video of the incident showed a group of 9-10 persons, including those who lost their lives, stranded in the middle of a stream with flood waters gushing down and crying for help while their relatives and other bystanders asking them to hold on to each other.
Civic bodies ramp up preparations to deal with waterlogging as IMD predicts heavy rain in Delhi
Delhi civic bodies are intensifying efforts to address waterlogging following heavy rains that inundated the city, causing significant disruptions. With the IMD issuing an "orange alert" until July 2, measures include increased manpower and equipment deployment. The NDMC has stationed additional pumps and super suction machines in flood-prone areas like Golf Links and Bharti Nagar, while monitoring vulnerable zones through CCTV surveillance. Similarly, the MCD has activated 24x7 control rooms, deployed mobile pumps, and completed drain desilting. Authorities remain on high alert, ensuring continuous monitoring and swift response to mitigate further impacts.
Five kg jewellery on body, special gold-plated bullet: Meet Prem Singh, Goldman of Bihar
In Bihar's Patna, Prem Singh, known as the Goldman of Bihar, has become a notable figure for his love of gold. He wears approximately five kilograms and 400 grams of gold on his body. Additionally, he owns a bike with several gold parts, which took seven to eigh...
Vasant Vihar wall collapse: 3 bodies found, toll in rain-related incidents in Delhi rises to 8
In Vasant Vihar, Delhi, heavy rains triggered the collapse of an under-construction wall on Friday, claiming the lives of three labourers. The victims, including Santosh Kumar Yadav (19) and Santosh (38), were identified from the rubble, while one remains unidentified. The Delhi Fire Services, aided by cranes and pumping equipment, recovered the bodies amidst ongoing rain-related tragedies that have now claimed eight lives in the city. Rescue efforts involving NDRF, Delhi Disaster Management, and civic teams are underway to ensure no one else remains trapped.
Prematurely retire non-performers from service: Centre to PSUs, PSBs and other statutory bodies
The Centre has instructed all ministries to promptly review employees' performance to identify non-performers for premature retirement. The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) mandated adherence to guidelines under Fundamental and Pension Rules to ensure efficiency in government operations. Ministries must submit monthly reports starting July 2024 as per DoPT's 2020 directives
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NEET: Panel invites suggestions from students and parents for reform of exam body NTA. Here's how you can share and the last date
NEET Exam: The Ministry of Education's panel seeks input from stakeholders, including students and parents, to reform the NTA amid allegations of exam irregularities. Stakeholders can submit suggestions until July 7 via the Innovate India website. The panel aims to improve exam processes and data security at NTA, which oversees exams like NEET and JEE.
Meity tells EPFO to prioritise the revamp of its IT infrastructure
In a letter dated June 18, 2024, Meity urged EPFO to fast-track development of the De-Novo system saying the current technology stack and support platform is already on the verge of obsolescence. Further, it said that there is an imminent need to revamp the unified portal application of EPFO along with augmenting the supporting infrastructure setup to support the software system
Watch Video: Bengaluru residents clean up road ignored by civic body; DK Shivakumar reacts
Bengaluru residents recently took it upon themselves to clean up a neglected stretch of Balagere Road. This initiative was sparked by concerns over safety due to silt buildup, which had made the road hazardous for commuters and pedestrians alike. Despite multiple appeals to the city's civic body, the BBMP, citing financial constraints, residents, including IT professionals and students, gathered to clear the road, garnering praise on social media for their community spirit.
Is the Three-Body Problem being adapted into a movie? Here’s the truth
The Three-Body Problem intricately weaves the tale of human and alien interactions, spanning several decades. The narrative explores into cultural clashes and examines humanity's response to extraterrestrial contact.
Media bodies seek clarity from Supreme Court on mandate for self-declaration for ads
Several industry bodies including AROI, INS, IAMAI, and BIF have filed impleadment applications in the Supreme Court regarding the self-declaration certificate (SDC) mandate for new advertisements. These bodies seek clarity on the implementation challenges of the SDC for digital media ads. The matter, arising from the Indian Medical Association vs. Union of India case scheduled for July 9, involves ensuring that ads meet regulatory standards without misleading claims.
Police checkpoint in Manipur's Jiribam district set on fire
A police checkpoint at Leingangpokpi in Manipur was set on fire, leading to a gun battle in Gularthol between Manipur Police Commando and suspected militants. Nearby Paithol village in Tamenglong district was also affected.
Murder case: Darshan confessed to have given Rs 30 lakh to accused to dispose of body, say police
Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, implicated in the Renukaswamy murder case, has reportedly admitted to giving Rs 30 lakh to co-accused Pradosh to dispose of the body and ensure his name remained undisclosed, according to police sources. The amount was recovered from Pradosh's residence. Renukaswamy, a fan who allegedly sent obscene messages to Darshan's friend, was found murdered near a storm-water drain in Sumanahalli on June 9.
UP Braj Teerth body to start a ropeway each in Vrindavan, Barsana
Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad introduces ropeway projects in Barsana and Vrindavan for tourists' convenience and safety. The projects aim to improve accessibility to religious sites and enhance the overall visitor experience.
UP Brij Teerth body to start a ropeway each in Vrindavan, Barsana
Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad has launched ropeway projects in Barsana and Vrindavan to ease traffic congestion and provide a comfortable experience for tourists, especially senior citizens. The Barsana project costing Rs 15.87 crore includes 12 trolleys with a capacity to carry over 500 people per hour, enhancing safety with standby rescue teams. Meanwhile, the Vrindavan ropeway project's feasibility report is in progress, aiming to connect key temples and reduce travel time between Vaishno Devi temple and Darul parking to 32 minutes.
Nagas urge Home Minister Amit Shah to send back illegal Myanmar immigrants
Several Naga civil bodies in Manipur have urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to repatriate illegal Myanmar immigrants back to their country, citing concerns over their numbers surpassing local residents in certain districts.
Kuwait fire: Indian migrants' final journey home
An uneasy silence enveloped the import cargo terminal at Cochin International Airport on Friday morning as preparations were made to receive the bodies of 31 Indians who died in a building fire in Kuwait. Ambulances were ready to transport the victims' bodies—23 from Kerala, seven from Tamil Nadu, and one from Karnataka—to their homes. The special flight was expected to arrive around 10:30 am, according to Deputy Inspector General Putta Vimaladitya. India had dispatched a military aircraft to Kuwait to retrieve the remains of over 40 Indians killed in the fire.
Kuwait fire tragedy: Father identifies son's body through tattoo on hand
Pradeep, father of Srihari, identified his son's remains by a tattoo on his hand after a fire in Kuwait killed 49, mostly Indians. Srihari had just returned to Kuwait from Kerala and both the father and son worked for the same company. Efforts are being made to bring his body back to Kerala.
669 candidates file nominations for historic civic body polls in Nagaland
A total of 669 candidates, including 238 women, have filed nominations for Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) elections in Nagaland set for June 26. These are the first such polls in 20 years with 33% reservation for women. The elections are being held amid objections over tribal rights and property taxes. Scrutiny of documents will be on June 18, with vote counting scheduled for June 29.
Bodies of all 4 students who drowned in Russian river recovered, being flown to India
Russian authorities recover bodies of four Indian students who drowned in Volkhov river, with two more found recently. Bodies flown to Mumbai for transport to students' native places in Jalgaon district.
Bodies of 4 more trekkers en route to Sahastra Tal recovered, 13 survivors rescued
The bodies of four more trekkers from Bengaluru who perished during a trek to Sahastra Tal were recovered on Thursday, completing the retrieval of all nine victims. Thirteen trekkers were safely rescued, ending the operation aided by Indian Air Force helicopters. The group lost their way due to bad weather.
Mizoram's church body seeks measures to encourage couples to have more kids
Mizoram church body has urged the state government for measures to encourage couples to have more children in response to population concerns. The meeting, chaired by Mizoram Synod Moderator Rev R. Vanlalnghaka, emphasized governance, anti-corruption efforts, rule of law enforcement, and protection of religious freedoms and the gospel. Chief Minister Lalduhoma and other key officials attended the meeting, where church leaders stressed the importance of collaboration between the government and the church to reform the education system and promote overall state development
Denied her phone, angry wife ties up husband and gives electric shock
A 33-year-old woman in Mainpuri allegedly sedated and tortured her husband after he confiscated her phone. The husband is receiving treatment at Saifai Medical College. The husband alleged that when their son tried to intervene, he was beaten up.
Moving car catches fire in Thane, 11 escape unharmed
A multi-purpose utility vehicle (MUV) carrying eleven individuals, including five children, caught fire in Thane, Maharashtra. The driver noticed the fire while and managed to bring the vehicle to a stop. All occupants escaped unharmed before the vehicle was engulfed in flames near Viviana Mall on the Eastern Expressway. Firefighters extinguished the fire within half an hour, but the MUV was destroyed.
Monsoon prep: Thane civic body identifies more than 4,000 dangerous, dilapidated buildings
Thane Municipal Corporation identified 4,297 dangerous buildings in Thane city. Some structures need to be vacated and demolished for safety measures.
Game zone fire: Gujarat HC raps Rajkot civic body, says it doesn't have faith in state machinery
The court pulled up the Rajkot Municipal Corporation and asked whether it had turned a blind eye to such a big structure coming up in its vicinity, after the RMC's lawyer submitted that the TRP game zone had not asked for requisite permissions.
Dombivli chemical factory blast: Death toll rises to 10 with recovery of one more body
A boiler blast and the resultant fire in Amudan Chemicals, located in Phase 2 of Dombivli MIDC, on Thursday killed nine persons and injured more than 60. The impact of the blast was so severe that it shattered window panes of houses and damaged cars, roads and electric poles in the vicinity, officials had said.
Bengal CID confirm Bangladeshi MP's 'murder' but is yet to recover victim's body
Bangladesh MP Md Anwarul Azim Anwar was brutally murdered in Kolkata. The West Bengal police CID is investigating the case, suspecting he may have been killed. The victim's body is yet to be recovered, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the motive behind the murder. Anwar's acquaintance Gopal Biswas filed a missing diary, triggering the investigation.
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